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TorqueStar Opta
& DTT Opta
Operator's Manual
Manual 890: Issue 7
Crane Electronics Ltd
NOTICE
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever,
without the prior permission in writing from Crane Electronics Ltd is forbidden.
Copyright © March 2012 by Crane Electronics Ltd
The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

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  • Page 1 NOTICE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever, without the prior permission in writing from Crane Electronics Ltd is forbidden. Copyright © March 2012 by Crane Electronics Ltd The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 2: Ce Marking

    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual covers both the TorqueStar Opta and the DTT Opta. As they share similar software and many features are common to both devices, the manual is split into 2 sections. The 1st (main) section covers the operating instructions for the TorqueStar Opta and the 2nd section covers only areas where the operation of the two devices differs.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Unlock Feature Switching ON Glossary of Terms Switching OFF Changing the Power Save Options Cold Reset SECTION 2 - DTT Opta Main Menu Overview - DTT Opta To Change the Language Packing List To Access Other Modes Care and Storage...

  • Page 4: Section 1 - Torquestar Opta

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 PACKING LIST The following items are supplied with the TorqueStar unit. 1 x TorqueStar Opta Digital Torque Reader 1 x User Manual (this book) 1 x Camera (Neck) Strap 1 x Quick start guide 1 x Mains adaptor/charger 1 x Menu Navigation Guide Please check these items are all present and notify Crane immediately of any shortages.

  • Page 5: Overview -Torquestar Opta

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 OVERVIEW - TORQUESTAR OPTA TorqueStar Opta is the equipment of choice for the measurement and collection of torque data in the manufacturing environment. TorqueStar Opta’s range of software features can be individually specified to give a configuration most suited to the requirement, from a simple no-frills read-out to a comprehensive audit tool with display of torque curves and special- ist measurement routines.

  • Page 6: Features And Dimensions

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 FEATURES AND DIMENSIONS POWER Rechargeable batteries NiMH Mains powered (needs optional charger) WEIGHT Standard Charge 1.480Kg Fast Charge 1.355Kg CONSTRUCTION Ruggedised injection moulding with rubberised bumpers. OUTPUT Serial RS 232 Data DIMENSIONS 255mm (L) x 166mm (W) x 152mm (H) 250mm 255mm O/A (approx)

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Issued with calibration certificate traceable to national and international standards. 12 months typical recalibration interval. Warranty: 12 months parts and labour. Crane Electronics Ltd offer a full repair facility and Servicing: calibration to UKAS and international standards. MAINS ADAPTOR POWER REQUIREMENTS Standard Charge...

  • Page 8: Controls And Connections

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS STATUS LED CHARGER CONNECTED LED CHARGING FAULT LED (FAST CHARGER ONLY) SCREEN REAR OF UNIT...

  • Page 9: Opta Controls

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 OPTA CONTROLS ARROW (CURSOR) KEYS Keypad - used to navigate around the Opta screen and to move between fields for editing etc. GREEN (ENTER) RED KEY (CANCEL) KEY - used for - used for cancelling confirming a an option .

  • Page 10: Battery Charging

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 These are usually factory set as the default settings for BATTERY CHARGING the printer. Note: If the printer has an X on/X off feature this will need to be set to ON (usually set via DIP The batteries in the TorqueStar unit are shipped fully switches on the printer).

  • Page 11: Switching On

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 SWITCHING ON COLD RESET Press the ON button on the keypad. The Main Menu CAUTION: THIS FEATURE WILL RESTORE THE OPTA screen now appears. TO ITS INITIAL FACTORY SETTING. USE THIS FEATURE WITH CARE, AS ALL SETTINGS AND DATA WILL BE LOST.

  • Page 12: Main Menu

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 MAIN MENU TO ACCESS OTHER MODES Select the Other Modes Panel. This is the default screen for the Opta. Select the required Icon. The Options are: From the Main Menu, the user can change the Language of Quick Store (see page 17) the Opta - see below.

  • Page 13: Logging In

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 USERS Icons used in the Users Menu Previous user The TorqueStar Opta can store up to 10 User names each Next user with a password. Users from this list can log in to the Opta (see page 13). Add user Edit user Adding a new user...

  • Page 14: Setting The Time And Date

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 SETTING THE TIME AND DATE SELECTING THE QUICK READ MODE From the Main Menu, enter the Time and Date setup screen From the Main Menu select Quick Read. The available - see below. The screen displays the currently set date, week modes are:- Track, Peak, Pulse, Click or Force.

  • Page 15: Connecting A Transducer

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 CONNECTING A TRANSDUCER TAKING A READING (QUICK READ) Connect a suitable transducer to the TorqueStar Opta via With the transducer connected to the TorqueStar Opta, apply the 25-way D connector at the rear of the TorqueStar as torque to the transducer using a suitable tool and observe shown.

  • Page 16: Changing The Settings (Quick Read)

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 To change the Direction of rotation, highlight the required CHANGING THE SETTINGS (QUICK READ) Direction (Right, Left or Auto) and ENTER. To change the settings for the chosen Quick Read mode, To change the Cycle End Time, highlight the required select the Settings icon figure from the list and ENTER.

  • Page 17: Quick Store Mode

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 From the Select Axis menu the user can select:- QUICK STORE MODE Torque v Time When the TorqueStar Opta is switched on, the default Secondary (parameter) v Time mode is Quick Reading. To access other modes select the (if secondary param.

  • Page 18: Taking A Reading (Quick Store)

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Opta, otherwise an error message will be displayed on the The top LED will light to show the status of the reading:- screen. Attach the cable from the transducer to the 25- way D connector on the back of the TorqueStar (see page15). AMBER - Measurement is below the preset minimum torque setting.

  • Page 19: Changing The Settings (Quick Store)

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Target Icons used in the Quick Store mode Torque LSL Fault cause indicator Second Parameter Second Parameter Threshold (if applicable). Auto save ON Second Parameter USL Autosave OFF - Second Parameter Target press green ENTER button Second Parameter LSL to override View readings...

  • Page 20: View Readings (Quick Store)

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 To change the Torque Threshold, key in the required figure (between th e max. and min. displayed on screen) and ENTER. (between the max. and min. displayed on screen) and ENTER. To change the 2nd Param. LSL (Lower Specificaton To change the Torque USL (Upper Specification Limit), Limit), key in the required figure (between the max.

  • Page 21: View Statistics

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 VIEW STATISTICS JOBS The View Statistics screen shows the following information NOTE: A user must be logged in before any Job can be performed. for the last group of readings taken: The TorqueStar Opta can store a number of jobs consisting - (x-Bar) - for both Torque and Angle (if applicable) of 1 - 50 Subgroups, each containing up to 1 - 30 samples.

  • Page 22: View Readings (Jobs)

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Options Available Access the Reading Status screen for a particular reading. Screen will prompt to ‘Select fault’ View readings (see page 22). Options are No Fault, Stripped Thread, Double Hit, Blind Add a new Job (see page 23). Hole, Crossed Thread, Other Bolt Cause or Operator Edit a Job Error.

  • Page 23: Adding New Jobs To List

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Options Available The Job setup parameters are stored over several pages. To access these move to the next page or move to the View the statistics for the list. See View Statistics page 21. previous page. See a plot of the readings.

  • Page 24: Rounds

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 To change the Torque LSL (Lower Specification Limit), ROUNDS key in the required figure (between the max. and min. displayed on screen). NOTE: A user must be logged in before any Round can be performed. A round is a series of Jobs to be performed together as a group.

  • Page 25: Adding New Rounds To List

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Select the Sampling field. Options Available Select the required sampling option from the list . Options are; In any order, Vertical, Horizontal, Vert. Add a new Round plus prompt, Horiz. plus prompt. Edit a Round Delete a Round To add a Job to the Round.
  • Page 26 OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 To edit the Transducer Templates. To change the transducer type, select the required Transducer Type (UTA, I/S or H/O). To return to the Txd From the Main Menu access the Tools screen Templates screen without change CANCEL. To Change the Span, key in the required figure (between the max.

  • Page 27: Using A Bar Code Reader

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Before First Use: USING A BAR CODE READER The scanner must be setup by scanning the three codes on A Bar Code Reader can be used to input barcoded numbers page 28. into the Opta. Crane recommends using a PSC QS 6000 Plus handheld laser scanner with RS232 output and Certain text fields on the TorqueStar Opta will allow the input individual power supply suitable for code 39 or 3 of 9.
  • Page 28 OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 BAR CODE READER INITIAL SETUP These bar codes must be scanned in this order to initialise the reader before first use. ----------------------------------------------- I.D. C -------------------- ISABLE ABEL ONTROL END ------------------------------------------------...

  • Page 29: Communications

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 The display will now show the communications screen. COMMUNICATIONS The Opta can be connected to a Windows based PC to upload and download data using the Opta Comms software available from Crane. Connecting to a PC Using the PC to Torquestar cable, connect the Opta to the PC COM port .
  • Page 30 It is possible for the user to upgrade to include these options by contacting Crane Electronics Ltd. An update activation code can be supplied to enable the user to access these features without the need to return the Opta to the factory.

  • Page 31: Glossary Of Terms

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 High Output GLOSSARY OF TERMS Torque transducer with no coding links but internal pre- amplifierTransducer (H/O) giving an output signal level of typically 1 or 2 volts. This is a capability index which shows the process capability potential but takes no account of how centred the process Horizontal is.
  • Page 32 OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 1 Standard Deviation σ Vertical plus Prompt Is a measure of the variation of the samples of a statistical Identical in procedure to that of Vertical mode except that group. before stepping to the next characteristic, TorqueStar will If a group of n values has a mean of x then its standard prompt for the fitting of a transducer (even though the correct deviation is given by;...

  • Page 33: Section 2 - Dtt Opta

    These options allow DTT Opta to be configured to closely match the user requirements, and a selection of transducer modules can be made available to the operator to cover a broad torque range. Different transducer modules are available with the transducer axis in either the vertical or horizontal plane.

  • Page 34: Features And Dimensions

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 2 FEATURES AND DIMENSIONS POWER Rechargeable batteries NiMH Mains powered (needs optional charger) WEIGHT Main Unit 3.5 Kg (without transducer and printer) Transducer Module 1.3 Kg Printer Module 0.22 Kg DIMENSIONS Overall 255mm (L) x 255mm (W) x 79mm (H) Transducer 105 mm (L) x 85 mm (W) x 79 mm (H) Bottle top or adjustable component fixture:...

  • Page 35: Controls And Connections

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS FIXING HOLES INTERCHANGEABLE TRANSDUCER MODULE (HORIZONTAL) SCREEN Screen LEDs INTERCHANGEABLE TRANSDUCER MODULE (VERTICAL) KEYPAD JOINT KIT (OPTIONAL) FIXING HOLES INTEGRAL PRINTER (optional) STATUS LED CHARGER CONNECTED LED SCREEN TRANSDUCER BOLT FIXING HOLES 9 WAY CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTORS FOR CONNECTOR FOR MAINS PC/PRINTER CABLE...

  • Page 36: Battery Charging

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 2 BATTERY CHARGING Icons used for printing The batteries in the DTT Opta unit are shipped fully charged. In normal use with a transducer connected the batteries External printer have a life of at least 8 hours.

  • Page 37: Connecting A Transducer Module

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL SECTION 2 FITTING THE JOINT KIT CONNECTING A TRANSDUCER MODULE Ensure joint kit is located fully into Square Drive on the Transducer Module. FITTING THE BOTTLE TOP OR ADJUSTABLE COMPONENT FIXTURE Ensure bottle top fixture is located fully into Square Drive on the Transducer Module.

  • Page 38: Using The Bottle Top Fixture

    MOUNTING THE UNIT Position the white pegs on the top, so that they grip the The DTT Opta is designed for optional wall mounting as bottle evenly when the black adjustment knob is tightened shown in the details below. The fixings are not supplied.

  • Page 39: Dtt Mounting Template

    Remove this page to use as a template for the fixing holes...

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